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California Boating
A Course for Safe Boating
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Final Exam
46. Which is a common first indicator of an approaching thunderstorm?
A. threatening clouds such as thunderheads
B. a decrease in wind speed
C. a glassy sheen on the water surface
D. the development of a fog bank
47. When boating in reduced visibility, what signals should a boat operator be aware of to help
avoid a collision?
A. flares in the sky
B. sounds of warning signals from other vessels
C. flashing ATONs
D. storm warning flags
48. Which are Coast Guard-approved visual distress signals?
A. cellular telephones
B. white-striped red flags
C. red meteor flares
D. halon fire extinguishers
49. At what distance are excessive engine noise levels measured?
A. 50 feet from the motorboat
B. 100 feet from the motorboat
C. 50 feet from shore
D. 100 feet from shore
50. If jumping another boat’s wake, what must a PWC operator do?
A. stay at least 100 feet away from the other vessel
B. increase speed so that the personal watercraft is not thrown off course
C. slow down to reduce the danger of capsizing
D. turn off the engine and wait for the wake to pass
51. To stop the spread of aquatic invasive species, when is it best to clean your boat?
A. before you leave home
B. when you get back home
C. before you leave the ramp area
D. prior to launching at a different waterway
52. What is the first action required of a boat operator who witnesses a boating accident?
A. keep your vessel and passengers safe
B. be on the lookout for rescue personnel
C. get to the accident scene as fast as possible
D. write and submit an accident report
53. What should you do if your boat capsizes?
A. swim for the nearest shore
B. stay with the boat and climb onto it if possible
C. swim toward the nearest vessel
D. tread water to reduce the risk of hypothermia